Grey Cloud

This hardcover first edition is in good condition, with minor wear visible on the dust jacket. The binding remains strong and intact. As an ex-library copy, it has typical library markings, including stamps and cataloging notes. The pages are clean, with no inscriptions or signatures. Overall, it is a well-preserved example of a vintage children's book.

Grey Cloud by Charlotte Towner Graeber, illustrated by Lloyd Bloom, is a first edition published by Four Winds Press in New York in 1979. This children's fiction novel explores themes of friendship and adaptation through the story of Tom, who finds solace in racing pigeons after his family's move to the countryside. The book's illustrations by Lloyd Bloom add depth and charm to the narrative. This edition is a hardcover and has been part of a library collection, as indicated by markings. The book is out of print, making this first edition a valuable find for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage children's literature. The condition of the dust jacket is good, showing minor wear, but remains intact and protective. This copy provides a glimpse into rural life and the unique hobby of pigeon racing, offering both educational and entertaining elements.